Chardonnay Brut
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Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years of release.
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Fresh oysters, roasted chicken, creamy mushroom risotto
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While the Rheingau is historically synonymous with Riesling, Weingut Künstler's Chardonnay Brut showcases the estate's masterful versatility and the exceptional potential of Burgundy varieties in Hochheim's unique microclimate. Sourced from meticulously managed vineyards where clay-loess soils are underpinned by limestone, this sparkling wine is crafted using the traditional method (Klassische Flaschengärung). It undergoes extended aging on its fine lees, allowing it to develop a sophisticated autolytic character. The result is a sparkling wine of remarkable precision, marrying the vibrant, cool-climate acidity of the Rheingau with a creamy texture, fine mousse, and elegant mineral depth that pays homage to classic sparkling traditions.
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Re-established in 1965 by Franz Künstler in Hochheim am Main, Weingut Künstler carries forward a family winemaking heritage dating back to 1648 in Moravia. Today, under the stewardship of Gunter Künstler, who took over in 1992, the estate has risen to become one of the Rheingau's most celebrated producers and a prominent member of the VDP. The winery is renowned for its meticulous management of legendary Erste and Grosse Lage vineyards, such as Hochheimer Hölle and Kirchenstück. Utilizing traditional large oak casks alongside modern stainless steel, Künstler crafts exceptionally precise, mineral-driven Rieslings and elegant Spätburgunders that beautifully express the unique clay-loess and limestone terroirs near the Main river.